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Presentation and Discussion of Special Events, Parades, and Play Street/Block Party events
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Issue/Request:
Presentation and Discussion of Special Events, Parades, and Play Street/Block Party events
Key Issues:
At the February 5, 2019 City Council meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Lopez assigned the review of of special events to the Community and Economic Development Committee (CEDC). During the budget process, a request was also made to review special event regulations, processes and associated fees to consider potential amendments that may be desired. City staff will be providing an overview of the various special events and parades as well as play street/block party events that occur throughout the year to assist the CEDC with how special events, parades and play street/block party events are currently regulated and processed and will be prepared to discuss with the CEDC.
Attached to this packet are the following regulations and information pertaining to special events, parades and play street/block party events:
- Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) regulations pertaining to Special Events
- Lee's Summit Code of Ordinances (LSCO) Chapter 29 regulations pertaining to Parades and Special Events
- LSCO Section 29-12 regulations pertaining to play streets or block parties
- Schedule of Fees for special events
Background:
Through various processes, the City allows for special events, parades and play street/block party events which can and do have impacts on the community as well as the City organization. Over time, the number of special events, parades and play street/block party requests have increased and as the community continues to grow and evolve, reviewing current regulations, processes and procedures becomes necessary. Each of these events requires varying levels of staffing and resources provided by the City, and some events require permit fees to assist with the cost of providing service(s) while others do not.
Impact/Analysis:
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